WOMEN BOSTON QUALIFICATION
Age 55-59: Time 4hrs :05Min
Duration:16 Weeks.
Time Goal: 4hrs 10Min to 3hrs 55Min
Distance per week: 32Mi – 42Mi.
The training plan described is likely designed for individuals who meet the following criteria:
- Interested in qualifying for the Boston Marathon.
- Motivated to improve their running performance and achieve a better time.
- Willing to incorporate speed work into the training regimen.
- Capable of starting with an 11-mile long run.
- Able to run 32 miles in the first week of training.
- Interested in a training plan that includes long runs, fartleks, tempo runs, track speed workouts, and recovery days.
- Willing to commit to running 5 days a week.
- Possess previous marathon running experience, with at least 3 marathons completed.
- Have a qualifying race time of no more than 25 minutes over the Boston Marathon age qualification time for individuals aged 50-54.
This training plan appears to be specifically tailored for experienced runners within the age range of 50-54 who are aiming to qualify for and potentially excel in the Boston Marathon based on their age group's qualification standards.
A competitive runner himself, Wilson Komen brings nearly a decade of experience to his coaching. He sees it as his mission to help all of his runners—new and experienced alike—maintain healthy, consistent training regimens that will lead to rewarding racing experiences.
Coach Wilson Komen is certified by the Road Runners Club of America.